THE PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER’S CHARITY

Annual Report

There were no demands on the Provincial Grand Master's Charity during the year and at 31 March 2007 the balance in the fund had increased to £111,033. By their very nature emergencies are unpredictable and the Provincial Grand Master's Charity remains ready to offer support and assistance when they do occur. The Trustees are grateful for the continuing and generous contributions from the Brethren of the Province in their support for the aims of the Charity. As part of the general review of the Charities run by the Province the way in which this Fund is used will be the subject of review during 2007/08.

During the year ended 31 March 2007 a new Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer were appointed for the Charity, reflecting changes in the East Kent Provincial Charities Association. Two of the Trustees retired, the Chairman, W. Bro. Noel Grout and R.W. Bro. Russell Race. Two new Trustees were appointed, W. Bro.’s Pat Thomas and Tony Denne.

It would be inappropriate to end this report without paying tribute to the retiring Chairman, W. Bro Noel Grout. W. Bro Grout has been involved with the Charity since its creation, becoming the first Chairman in 1993 and continuing in that role until 2006. Throughout the thirteen years in which he was Chairman he played an essential part in the creation and development of the Charity. The retiring Secretary, W. Bro Hugh Pierce, began his involvement with the Charity in 1999 and he too has contributed greatly to the success of its development.

Finally, thanks must be extended to the "office team" - W. Bro.’s Pat Flanagan, Keith Pavey and Barrie Harber - who manage the affairs of the Provincial Grand Master's Charity on a day-to-day basis.

P.J. Thomas
Chairman



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